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Best Social Work Schools in Oregon

Oregon has 3 colleges offering Social Work programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 119 recent graduates. Graduates in Oregon earn $34,962 on average within two years — 11% above the national average of $31,424, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

3
Schools in OR
$34,962
OR Avg. Earnings
$31,424
National Avg.
482
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Social Work in Oregon

Public Schools (1)
$39,369
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (2)
$30,554
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Oregon produce comparable or higher early earnings for Social Work graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Social Work Schools in Oregon, Ranked by Earnings

#1
Portland State University logo

Portland State University

Portland, OR · Public

$39,369
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $29,548
Graduates: 62
Acceptance: 90.9%
#2
George Fox University logo

George Fox University

Newberg, OR · Private

$30,554
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $34,897
Graduates: 39
Acceptance: 96.4%
#3
University of Portland logo

University of Portland

Portland, OR · Private

N/A
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $26,345
Graduates: 18
Acceptance: 95.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Social Work in Oregon?
Portland State University ranks #1 for Social Work in Oregon with median graduate earnings of $39,369 within two years of graduation. There are 3 schools offering Social Work programs in the state.
How much do Social Work graduates earn in Oregon?
Social Work graduates in Oregon earn an average of $34,962 within two years of graduation. This is 11% above the national average of $31,424 for this major.
What is the hardest Social Work school to get into in Oregon?
Portland State University is the most selective Social Work program in Oregon with an acceptance rate of 90.9%. The average acceptance rate across Social Work programs in the state is 94.2%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Social Work in Oregon?
In Oregon, private Social Work programs produce average earnings of $30,554 vs $39,369 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 1 public and 2 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Oregon

Computer Science $76,614 Construction Engineering $71,295 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $69,675 Manufacturing Engineering $69,338 Dental Support Services and Allied Professions $68,168 Industrial Engineering $67,420 Chemical Engineering $63,600 Engineering, Other $62,991
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.